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Saratoga Springs History Museum/Historic Canfield Casino
Saratoga Springs History Museum/Historic Canfield Casino
The Haunting
Ghost Hunters investigated Saratoga Springs' Canfield Casino in 2010. The investigation was prompted by reports of unexplained phenomena in the 140-year-old landmark building in Congress Park.
According to Jamie Parillo, Executive Director of the Saratoga Springs History Museum, while unusual events had taken place sporadically in the building in recent years, they accelerated after the opening of an exhibition of antique clothing once owned and worn by members of some of Saratoga Springs most prominent first families, now all deceased.
Featuring three floors of exhibits as well as dynamic programs throughout the year, the Saratoga Springs History Museum welcomes visitors and members to learn more about this famous city and the people that made it so.
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Opportunities for visitors:
The Canfield Casino and Saratoga Springs History Museum is Saratoga Springs' most historic and haunted building. The Casino was featured on the SYFY Networks show Ghost Hunters in 2010, and in 2019 was named number 4 in the top 10 of America’s Most Terrifying Places on the Travel Channel. Experience a 1-hour tour led by staff members who have experienced paranormal events in the building. Staff tell their own experiences and show actual evidence of paranormal activity.
Days/times of operation:
The Museum is open year-round, daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tours are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday July and August at 11am. Reservations are not required.
Costs:
$15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $8 for students
Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.saratogahistory.org.
TV shows aired on:
Ghost Hunters - Season 6, Episode 18
Most Terrifying Places